A hammer no mortal can lift. A flame-haired fiery storm god. A comic book alien-hero-god who defends humanity. The swastika. Even the name "Thursday" ("Thor's Day"). Despite the virtual disappearance of the indigenous Norse religion and mythology several centuries ago, modern society still regularly encounters the storm god Thor, who continues to be brought back to life in the form of literature and was recently the protagonist in a big-budget Hollywood movie.

A one-eyed old man, with a gray cloak and a wide-brimmed hat leaning on a staff. A wanderer who appears when least expected, bringing triumph or doom. The god of prophecy, poetry and fate. A shape changer. A sorcerer. The god Odin cuts a dramatic figure in Norse mythology and is still a part of the popular imagination. He is the inspiration for figures like J.R.R. Tolkien's Gandalf the Grey, and he still appears in modern literature as varied as Marvel Comics and Neil Gaiman's novel American Gods.

When American archaeologists discovered a collection of cuneiform tablets in Iraq in the late 19th century, they were confronted with a language and a people who were at the time only scarcely known to even the most knowledgeable scholars of ancient Mesopotamia: the Sumerians.

Many ancient civilizations have influenced and inspired people in the 21st century. The Greeks and Romans continue to fascinate the West today. But of all the world's civilizations, none have intrigued people more than the Mayans, whose culture, astronomy, language, and mysterious disappearance all continue to captivate people. In 2012 especially, there was a renewed focus on the Mayans, whose advanced calendar led many to speculate the world would end on the same date the Mayan calendar ends.

A call from a distraught wife, and another from Lt. Murphy of the Chicago PD Special Investigation Unit makes Harry believe things are looking up, but they are about to get worse, much worse. Someone is harnessing immense supernatural forces to commit a series of grisly murders. Someone has violated the first law of magic: Thou Shalt Not Kill. Tracking that someone takes Harry into the dangerous underbelly of Chicago, from mobsters to vampires....

A threat has emerged from the cosmos: Thanos, a ruthless warlord who plans to collect all six Infinity Stones. Joined by his formidable allies, he will be near-unstoppable at achieving his goal. The Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy, Doctor Strange, and Spider-Man must join forces and fight side by side to stop Thanos, while the fate of the Earth and the universe lays in the balance.

The product of 30 years of intensive research, The 12th Planet is the first book in Zecharia Sitchin's prophetic Earth Chronicles series - a revolutionary body of work that offers indisputable documentary proof of humanity's extraterrestrial forefathers. Travelers from the stars, they arrived eons ago, and planted the genetic seed that would ultimately blossom into a remarkable species...called Man.

Thor. Does it ring a bell? Thor is the mighty God of thunder and protector of Asgard. For Marvel fans, this name is obviously representing something big. For some, however, it’s still quite intriguing. How did the story of the mighty Thor, Asgard, Odin, and Loki start?They all come from one of the ancient myths that shaped the modern world: Norse mythology.

When is a story more than just a story? When does it become a myth? When it holds a piece of truth about our history, our morality, and the cosmos. Throughout history, humankind has used stories to explain the unknown. From the cycle of the moon to the changing of the seasons, tales about supernatural beings and events have served to account for the purpose of the cosmos. But mythology isn’t entirely fiction. These stories have been passed down for generations for a reason.

For millennia, the feats of strength and the might of the gods have stood the test of time. Even now, the tales of vile villains and indomitable heroes call to us from the dawn of civilization to mark the life and legacy of one of mankind's greatest sagas: Greek mythology. Discover the legends and the drama in this comprehensive guide to the world of Greek mythology. With its colorful cast of characters, these extraordinary, larger-than-life tales explore birth, life, death, tragedy, history, and morality.

A juggernaut in the literary world at the apex of history, culture, politics, and art, the Greeks altered almost every facet of Western ideology and stand alone as a legend in the realm of human history. Now the wealth of this glorious empire’s mythology is at your fingertips, filled with the triumphs and tragedies of these larger-than-life characters. From the fiery creation of the universe and to the petty jealousies of its lowliest, smallest players, the spectrum of Greek mythology is yours to explore. 

A bundle of three audiobooks about Viking history and mythology, including Norse gods and goddesses. The listener will be transported to the ancient customs of beliefs of the ancient Vikings of the North. This audiobook is an in-depth look at the Viking Age, and the deeds and daily lives of these ancient, sometimes mysterious people. This audiobook considers the facts as we know them, the myths attributed to Ragnar, and the gods and goddesses that the Norse worshiped.

From Ginnungagap to Ragnarok, from Lindisfarne to the Battle of Stamford Bridge, and from Kiev to Vinland and beyond, the Vikings have helped to shape and influence our modern world. Understanding the exciting and influential history of these brave and courageous Norseman will reveal a whole new world of truth. 

Delve into the fascinating history of Norse mythology with this thrilling and magic audiobook. Do as Odin did…let go and drink deep from the well of wisdom.

Everyone loves stories since they empower our imagination to transfer ourselves to a parallel universe where we can pretend to be the main character. They provide us with the opportunity to dive deeper into history and extract valuable lessons that can shape how we perceive things. They narrate the tales of the never-ending battles between good and evil, expose us to the culture that defines our societies, and set the perfect examples of respect and the power of love.